🗣️ Alumni Talk: Challenges and Insights - Industrial Experience Abroad

On **March 10, 2025**, **Mr. Siddharth U**, an esteemed alumnus of **Srinivas Institute of Technology**, delivered an engaging session on **'Challenges and Insights: Industrial Experience Abroad'**. Currently working at **Al-Muzain Company, Saudi Arabia**, he provided valuable insights into the **realities of working in an international job market**. ### 🌍 Key Takeaways: ✔ **Cultural Adjustments**: He emphasized that adapting to a new culture was a primary challenge. He shared **instances of cultural misunderstandings** and stressed the importance of **respecting different customs**. ✔ **Competitive Job Market**: He highlighted that the **Saudi Arabian job market is highly competitive**, and professionals must differentiate themselves through **unique skills and experiences**. ✔ **Importance of Education**: He acknowledged how his education at **Srinivas Institute of Technology** equipped him with the necessary **technical knowledge and adaptability** to thrive in a foreign workplace. ✔ **Career Growth & Opportunities**: He encouraged students to **embrace international opportunities**, as working abroad offers **significant personal and professional growth**. ### 🎤 Event Highlights: ✔ **Introduction by**: **Dr. Raghavendra M J, Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering** ✔ **Faculty Coordinator**: **Mr. Sathya Prakash A, Faculty Coordinator of ASMA** ✔ **Chief Guest**: **Mr. Siddharth U, Al-Muzain Company, Saudi Arabia** ✔ **Presiding Officer**: **Dr. Shrinivasa Mayya D, Principal, SIT Mangaluru** ✔ **Vote of Thanks by**: **Dr. Shankar K S, HoD, Mechanical Engineering** ✔ **Attended by**: Faculty members and students from the **Mechanical Engineering Department** The event successfully inspired students to **explore global career opportunities**, understand the **challenges of working abroad**, and develop the **right mindset for international job roles**. The talk was conducted under the guidance of **Dr. Shrinivasa Mayya D, Principal, Srinivas Institute of Technology, Mangalore**. #AlumniTalk #GlobalOpportunities #SITMangaluru #IndustrialExperience #CareerGrowth